Question of the Week: 59 - 9/11/2001911 America: Talking Through The Terror...Talking Through The Terror... And helping each other cope with the tragedies that struck at the very heart of the United States. The Witches Voice has opened up this forum in order that Pagans may express their thoughts on the terrorist attacks that took place in NYC and DC on September 11th. As the full realization of what happened and the toll numbers begin to come in, Americans have many challenges ahead.

What are your thoughts on these incidents? How are you feeling? Feel free to post any magickal workings or other support gatherings planned in your area.

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I don't really know what to say, but feel the need to say something. This may be sort of stream-of-conciousness, but here goes...

First, I fully agree with everything posted so far concerning sending out all the healing energies to the victims and protective energies for the rescue workers. Gods know they need all they can get right now and for some time to come.

Second, one of the first thoughts that came to my mind after it all had sunk in was the extremem likelihood, given the assumption of a Muslim group being responsible, that there's probably going to be a large amount of racist activity directed at people of Mid-Eastern ethnicity here in the US. Don't forget them - they'll need our energies as well.

Third, while I have become increasingly anti-war in recent years (even before finding the Wiccan path), I also still believe in self defense. I don't think the Goddess and God expect us to stand still and accept violence committed against us. The same goes on a national level. I do think the U.S. gets involved in way too many conflicts, but this is a national defense issue in my opinion. People, this is War. I agree with "Do no harm"; however, sometimes one has to weigh which action causes the most harm? If finding those responsible and stopping them results in more deaths, but prevents them from escalating their attacks whether on US soil or anywhere else, then stopping them causes the least harm. I know this is a very controversial view in our community, but I had to say it. Don't doubt that I much prefer peace, but think about this: what if Hitler had never been met with violent opposition?

And last, I want to reiterate that my thoughts, feelings and energies go out to all the victims (including the families/loved ones of those dead; they are victims as well).

When I heard about the attack at 10:30pm I was shocked, bewildered, lost. How can this happen?, I thought, why would this be. All day I listened to updates and newsreporters, I felt so angery, hurt, violated. I wanted something to be done about this usless loss of life, energy, and of people. I strugled all day to rid myself of my anger and negitivity, but I couldn't, I still don't understand, I can't logic this out. I came to the Witcher Vox. to recieve guidence, I'm only a two year old witch, so I'm still trying to mentally change my reactions. All of the positive messages and the support are wonderful, thanks to all who have posted messages. You have all helped me see this in a Witchy way as I need to. Blessed Be.

By now most of you are aware of the horrific events in the United States.It is terrible, it is unimaginable, it is unthinkable. Please join others in sending our thoughts, our prayers, our energy to those who are in need. We not only need to work in spirit, but also in body. Donate blood. Offer your home to those that are stranded. Hold someone you love a little closer. Light a flame, and may its light shine brightly in this time of such utter darkness.

We should gather as a from of power and strength for our country. Using our gifts our faith and our ''magical workings'' we can bring peace, comfort and strength to eachother and victims of this tragedy. The United States of America is in need my friends, let gather and give what we can.

My Hart And My Soul Weep This Day. Vapour. (ireland...

Sep 11th. at 5:48:34 pm UTC

Paul (Dublin)

Age: 25

My hart and my soul weep this day.

Vapour. (Ireland)

What Words Can I Use To Say How I Feel? The Shock...

Sep 11th. at 5:47:02 pm UTC

Jess (Lancashire, England UK)

Age: 17

What words can i use to say how i feel? The shock at knowing someone can have such pure unbound hatred that they can brutally torture otghers.. not just those who were in the buildings and planes, but those with family and friends there, even those who don't - how can someone hate so much that they'll torture the world for it?

My thoughts, wishes and heart go out to all those affected.. however that may be. And i pray for those who died.

Remember.. The Threefold Law. The people who did this will get what they deserve. Someday, Somehow, they will pay for the pain they have caused bu tirturing the world.

Please pray for the injured and for the dead and for their survivors. Pray for the search and rescue teams, the nurses and doctors, firefighters, and emergency personnel. There is a stream of energy flowing to them; add what you can spare.

And when the dust has settled, please pray with all your heart for PEACE. Those who stand with the Goddess and for Peace have work ahead of us in the near future.

I thank the Goddess my brother's flight from Boston to L.A. was scheduled for next week and not today. Blessed Be and Praise the Fates.

This Is Shanna Meltoni Am The Highpriestess Of The Wolf And...

Sep 11th. at 5:37:16 pm UTC

Shanna Melton (Bremerton, Washington US)

Age: 32

This is Shanna Melton

I am the Highpriestess of the Wolf and Creascent Moon coven. We are all in shock and maybe a little numb at what we have seen today. The main question in our minds is WHY? The answer to that is ignorance. People wish to remain ignorant of anything new and wish to only remain in their little stasis bubbles of "No Change" We will be praying for those who lost their lives in this horrendous attack and we will be praying for those who committed these horrible acts. Their fate and their karma will be very heavy. I hope that the God and Goddess can help us heal these wounds. I know that at times like these, I am grateful our Gods are not vengeful ones. If They were They would blow up the whole world in disgust at our acts of barbarism toward one another. Keep lighting those candles and send your energy to the Gods. We HAVE to survive this tragedy!!! I am confident in the ability of the human spirit to overcome, but today I and all my coven are very heartsick.

I know of several pagans across the US and the world, myself included, that will be lighting white candles at midnight tonite for healing, cleansing, and peace. My heart and thoughts go out to all who have been touched by this horrific event. Know that you are not alone... many are thinking and sending energy to you.With Light and Love

I feel no rage or fear about the recent tragic events, only sadness and disgust for both those who have caused such suffering and for those who will most likely pursue "justice" for these sins. Violence of the sort exhibited by these terrorist attacks is ultimatly futile to promoting positive change and will only hinder those who perpetrate it from delivering whatever message they are trying to send. Those who will, of course, seek to prosecute the terrorists responsible rather than attempting to understand their motives are, in reality, only seeking vengeance, which is another form of violence.

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